Oaks on the Dart by Sue
Solid, unmovable guardians
Overhang movement
of water & mud
Peaceful, quiet, ageless
Interruptions invade
new & old
Dog explores echo
Reverberations ripple
Sky to floor
Spaces between
Red shale eroding
Death & decay below
Wind lifts and wanders
Leaves respond & rustle
Water flows on
A never-ending journey
NORTH WOODS ARE GOOD
The other day Emma Capper and me John,
Visited the North Woods close by to Dartington.
Where we met our crew, Forest Bathing so to do!
I am afraid I cannot remember them all,
But Kate, Sarah, Arran and Lee,
Also accompanied Simon and me,
The object of the bathing is to attune and enjoy,
I do believe that there is a lot to trees!
Such as wisdom acquired by longevity.
The mechanism is subtle energy!
Flowing from the earth to the canopy
Emma’s techniques helped us attune to the woods as an entity,
So successfully that the biscuit and Douglas fir tea, from North Woods,
At the finale, tasted earthy and heavenly to me!
My wander for wellbeing I found to be,
Invigorating, fun and excellent Therapy!!
John Anon 2021 – John has a show on Soundart radio and I have been delighted to be a guest on it three times now. You can find recordings here and listen in.
A Forest Bathe with New Friends
Space amidst the swirling,
Sun between the shade,
New shoots among the dry leaf,
In our dappled glade.
Birdsong with the stillness,
Dancing then a pause.
Hearts filled and replenished,
Celebrating menopause.
–Anne 2021